By: Daniel Dovoeke
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| Hon. Babatunde Hunpe and Prof. Paul-Sewa Thovoethin |
BADAGRY, LAGOS –Professor Paul-Sewa Thovoethin, a renowned academic of Lagos State University (LASU), has visited Hon. Babatunde Hunpe the Badagry Local Government chairman as he spearheads a movement to see an indigene of Badagry become the next Governor of Lagos State, come 2027.
He was warmly received by the council Chairman, on Friday. The meeting marks a crucial step in Professor Thovoethin's broader campaign to unite stakeholders under a common vision for the divisions political future.
During the closed-door meeting, Prof. Paul-Sewa expressed his profound satisfaction with the performance of Chairman Hunpe since his assumption of office. The discussions reportedly centred on forging a unified path forward for the Badagry Federation, focusing on integrated political, economic, and social development strategies.
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Central to the professor's agenda was the emphatic declaration of his dream: to witness the historic emergence of a governor from Badagry. He stressed the need for collective effort and a single, powerful voice to translate this long-held aspiration into a tangible reality for the people of the ancient town.
Hunpe listened attentively to the professor's elaborate proposition. While acknowledging the weight and importance of the mission, the chairman reportedly submitted the ambition to divine will, praying that "the will of God should be done" concerning the 2027 gubernatorial quest. His reception is seen as a positive signal for the burgeoning political movement.
Speaking with journalists after the fruitful engagement, Prof. Paul-Sewa revealed the depth of his strategy. “We need one voice to achieve this, and that is why I've taken my time to meet relevant stakeholders. I'm happy that someone has even shown interest, which is very commendable,” he stated, hinting at growing support within political circles.
The professor further solidified his intent by presenting a formal development proposal to Chairman Hunpe. The document outlines a robust and phased agitation plan, including extensive media awareness campaigns across print, electronic, and social media platforms. The strategy also involves the consistent release of policy documents and the active engagement of Badagry-based Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and public opinion builders to champion the cause.